Thatched village in Miyama, Kyoto There were not many Japanese tourists, but it was crowded with tourists from overseas. There was a lot of excitement in making it, but some of it looked like some kind of sculpture, which was a strange sight, but I was glad that it looked like art.

【KOZUE】 Nishijin weaving is a high-class material that has been used for the costumes of the upper classes such as aristocrats and samurai, and it feels like a piece of wabi-sabi that tried to express the beauty of "Japanese" to the best of its ability. Wabi-sabi is a term used to describe Japanese aesthetic sensibilities, which find beauty in imperfection and simplicity. 〜[KOZUE] Introducing three products from the brand 〜 『寫眞帖』 【Nishijin Woven ×寫眞書物 Photo Book】A luxurious photo book using traditional craft fabric Nishijin weaving. Attention to detail is meticulous, and the album is filled with important thoughts of travel. Modern design, unique floral patterns, seasonal shades, and luxurious fabric feel. Choose the Nishijin weaving cover that matches your favorite book. JPY 4,800 "NISHIKI Nishiki" Cold and warm bottle holder carefully woven by craftsmen in Nishijin weaving. Commercialized by Nishijin weaving for carrying PET bottles. JPY 4,500 "Weir" Bringing the traditional Japanese "Nishijin weaving" to everyday life. Combining tradition, art, and functionality, this coaster item will add color to your day. JPY 1,800

A traditional event that heralds early spring in the ancient capital of Nara. The spectacle of the entire mountain being burned and scorching the night sky is a masterpiece.

Lanterns brightly color the precincts. The photo shows "Osaki Hachimangu" in Aoba Ward, Sendai City, Miyagi Prefecture The shrine hall main shrine, stone room, worship hall is designated as a national treasure, and is famous for its naked worship at the "Donto Festival" held on January 14 every year.

Resignation" means saying goodbye to this world. Therefore, the book written at the time of one's departure from this world is called the "Book of Resignation. 「辞世」とはこの世に別れを告げることです。 そのことから、この世の去り際に書き記した書を「辞世の書」といわれています。 Imagine that you are facing death to a female assistant staff member. The last Chinese character left to be written in this world as a calligraphy of resignation. 女性アシスタントスタッフに、死を前にしたことをイメージ。 この世に書き残された最後の漢字を辞世の書として 【Dragon】 It is considered a symbol of fertility and prosperity. The dragon is also considered to be a being of wisdom and power, and a symbol of monarchs and heroes.　 【龍】 豊穣や繁栄の象徴とされている。 また、龍は知恵と力を兼ね備えた存在とされ、君主や英雄の象徴とも 【Dreams】 is a Chinese character originally meaning "dark" or "not seeing well. 【夢】 とはもともと、「暗い」「よく見えない」という意味を表す漢字です。

📷 Why don't you 💁 ♀️ rediscover the charm of Tomakomai? We are looking for participants for the one-day tour "Tomakomai Charm Rediscovery Tour"! 📢⚡ Travel date: Sunday, February 25, 2024 Price: 3,000 JPY Other: Pre-registration is required until February 16, but the deadline is as soon as capacity is reached * This project is supported by Tomakomai City's "Tourism Attraction Promotion Project" and "MICE Attraction Promotion Project". For more information, please see the "What's New" section of the Tomakomai Tourism Association website!

〜The correct way to participate in the "Bushido ⚔ Holy Land Pilgrimage" toured by [Samurai Style], which is more than 4 times more satisfying〜 1. When you look at the places and scenery where historical characters were, you can feel their feelings and immerse yourself in the worldview of the past Warring States period. For example, by walking in the same way as the place that appeared in the scene of the battle, you will notice new elements, understand the bushido of the SAMURAI, and become more sympathetic and your push level will increase. 2. You can take a fantastic and one-of-a-kind photo movie. In SAMURAI taiga dramas and movies, beautiful views and buildings tend to be used as backgrounds in the works. The scenery that makes you feel like you are in a fantasy world is real in various parts of Japan, so take a photo with yourself dressed as SAMURAI against the background. If you like social media, fantasize about this sense of accomplishment and the desire for approval later. ̄ー ̄Grinning 3. Also, if you know the history and the story of a specific SAMURAI, you will see the same scenery differently. While insisting on "let's take a picture with the same angle of view as that scene", welcome to the m_ _m world of delusion By the way, I'm the same as Kenshin in his land, the same Hiten Goken-ryu Mystery Tensho Ryu Sen... Since it was unreasonable, I challenged ⚔ the Nine-Headed Dragon Flash 4. You can experience the charm of the area If you deepen your understanding of the place through pilgrimage to the Holy Land, you will be able to learn about the local area and culture. It will also be an opportunity to visit unusual sightseeing spots that are not generally known. There are many pilgrimage spots in SAMURAI, from popular spots known for their tourist spots to places that do not seem to be tourist spots at first glance. Why don't you add "SAMURAI's BUSHIDO⚔ Pilgrimage to the Holy Land" to your next travel theme and sightseeing spot?

Samurai Style Pilgrimage to the Holy Land of Bushido ⚔ #Sandokasa #Hakama #Tabi #Kusama #Japanese sword When you look at the places and scenery where historical characters were, you can feel their feelings and immerse yourself in the world view of the past Warring States period. For example, by walking in the same way as the place that appeared in the scene of the battle, you will notice new elements and understand Bushido...

【Sakiyoken】 "Selectable Ehomaki Series" is now on sale! For three days on February 1 Thursday, 2 Friday, and 3 Saturday, 2024, Sakiyoken Co., Ltd. will release a limited number of "Kuchifuku Eho-maki" 880 yen including tax and "Shiumai Eho-maki" 400 yen including tax as Sakiyoken's unique "Selectable Eho-maki Series". The blessing of 2024 is the east-northeast. Are you orthodox? Or is it a weirdo? Why don't you make a wish with Sakiyoken's selectable Eho-maki? "Kuchifuku Eho-maki" 880 yen including tax * Sold at room temperature < Contents Ingredients> 1 Sea bream soboro 2 Vinegared rice with scallops 3 Rape flowers 4 Crab flavored kamaboko pickled in sweet and vinegar 5 Shredded bamboo shoots 6 Grilled egg 7 Ginger kelp < size> Length: about 18 cm Diameter: about 5 cm "Siumai Ehoman" 400 yen including tax * Sold at room temperature and frozen We carefully finished each piece so that it "involves good fortune". We recommend that you make a reservation as soon as possible. Mail order and some stores also have a frozen type! < size> Length: about 10 cm Diameter: about 4 cm

オ・モ・テ・ナ・シの向上のためにスタイル研修 武士道を極める体験 SAMURAIは鍛錬・行使・身の処し方などを徹底します。 それらを生と死のあり方を通じて体験していただきます。 名誉の観念は外聞や面目などの言葉で表されるが、裏を返せばすべて「恥」を知ることである。 「恥ずかしいことをするな」「対面を汚すな」「人に笑われるぞ」武士の間では羞恥心を知ることが幼少の教育においてまずはじめに行われた。 Style training to improve OMOTE NASI Experience to master Bushido At SAMURAI, we thoroughly train, exercise, and carry ourselves. You will experience them through the ways of life and death. The concept of honor is expressed in words such as appearance and face, but on the other hand, it all comes down to knowing ``shame.'' ``Don't do anything embarrassing.'' ``Don't make your face dirty.'' ``People will laugh at you.'' Among the samurai, learning about shame was the first step in childhood education.

One of my very heart touching memories in Japan which I want preserve in my mind for ever is the spring trip to Tokyo. During the trip my wife and her friend wore Japanese kimono and enjoyed cherry blossom. It give us an authentic and Traditional charms of Japan. Japanese traditional dress and japanese national flower a very nostalgic memory.

Nagano Prefecture Tsumagojuku I got permission to take pictures, etc., and the explanation of the person who guided me at the historical museum was polite and I learned a lot. However, when I photograph people who are working, I always think that it is the same for me, but with the declining birthrate, there is a part of me that is worried about whether it will be connected to the next generation and even the future generations

広霌厳峳 Shrine 有名な厳島神の境内にて

Iriomote Island, Okinawa Prefecture is a sight that I don't see very often, but I would like to visit it again if I have a chance

Aina Satoyama Park, Hyogo Although it is located in Kobe City, Hyogo Prefecture Japan it is a place where you can experience like an old tale, and I hope that the traditional culture and houses of this Japan, which are healed when you come here, will be carefully preserved forever and passed on to the next generation

[New year, with mochi] A mochitsuki tournament that is held every year at GA.KOPPER! It took place on January 2nd! Guest house guests and villagers While eating rice cakes around one mortar, People who want to relax drink amazake in the cafeteria. White rice cakes, rice cakes with beans and brown rice are lined up. I ate it with seaweed, grated radish, licked mushrooms, red bean paste, and kinako if you liked. One of the most popular dishes for children was chocolate! Eating mochi and chocolate together was an idea I had never had before! According to the timing of making mochi The children watching were jumping with serious faces. It was a healing day. #Nishikobe Village #GA. KOPPER #New Year #Mochi tsuki #Mochi and chocolate #Licked mushrooms and grated radish are delicious

Yachimun Tsuboya yaki / Tsuboya yaki Yachimun dojo There is a Tsuboya yaki and Chimun dojo in a quiet place where the original scenery remains in a side street from Tsuboya Yachimun Street in Naha City. It is built of wood on old-fashioned Ryukyu red tiles, and a big Shisa is guarded in front. ^^ Here, you can make not only yachimun, but also shisa. There were many people who experienced it, and it seemed to be fun to hear their laughter. If I have the chance, I would definitely like to make my own Shisa!

I was able to take a picture of the dedication of the dharma and the burning of the dharma that had served its role for one year.

This year, too, at Tokachi Ranch in Otosara Town The horse-chasing movement began. Elimination of lack of exercise during the winter months To prevent difficult births of pregnant horses It weighs twice as much as a thoroughbred. The body and legs are thick and powerful. Childbirth will begin in mid-February.

Ryukyu Indigo Dyeing Fabric / Okinawa Craft Forest It is an Okinawa craft forest in Tomigusuku, Tomigusu City, Ryukyu indigo dyeing experience workshop. A dye called mud indigo is made from a plant called Ryukyu indigo, and you can experience weaving using yarn dyed with it. It has been used as one of the dyes for various traditional textiles in Okinawa since the Ryukyu Dynasty. I will weave the yarn using a hand-made loom, but at first I had a hard time getting the point, but it turned out quite well ^^ It's a coaster I would be happy if there were people who would support Okinawa's traditional crafts through this experience corner.

Yachimun Tsuboya yaki / Tsuboya Yachimun Street It is one of the traditional crafts of Okinawa "Yachimun". Pottery is called yachimun in the Okinawan language. In Tsuboya Yachimun Street in Tsuboya, Naha City, there is a shop with a new design that is also liked by young people from traditional designs. Yachimun is characterized by a strong and delicate painting on a thick and sturdy model. The shop is Guma Guwa, which has a very stylish exterior and is popular for its designs with plant and animal motifs. When I stopped by the other day, I bought a small plate on impulse ^^ I hope that the traditional craft "Yachimun", which has been around since the Ryukyu Dynasty, and the traditional shape and beauty will be inherited in the future.

Yachimun Tsuboya yaki / Tsuboya Yachimun Street It is one of the traditional crafts of Okinawa "Yachimun". Pottery is called yachimun in the Okinawan language. In Tsuboya Yachimun Street in Tsuboya, Naha City, there is a shop with a new design that is also liked by young people from traditional designs. Yachimun is characterized by a strong and delicate painting on a thick and sturdy model. The shop is Guma Guwa, which has a very stylish exterior and is popular for its designs with plant and animal motifs. When I stopped by the other day, I bought a small plate on impulse ^^ I hope that the traditional craft "Yachimun", which has been around since the Ryukyu Dynasty, and the traditional shape and beauty will be inherited in the future.

On January 13th, we held a local event called Dontoyaki. Ornaments collected from each house are burned to pray for a bountiful harvest and no disease. There were many difficulties such as collecting straw and maintaining the venue, but we were saved by the smiles of the children.

・Name : Aritomo Yamakata ・Job Title : Assistant ・Specialization : Samurai Tea Ceremony and Iaido ・About him : Those who are bound by the common sense and norms of tradition tend to think within the existing paradigm and are not quick to change when something new is proposed. However, Aritomo Yamakata never fails to seek out and incorporate new things based on his belief that traditions and morals are there to be broken. He is truly a "destroyer." ・Favorite historical figure : Isoroku Yamamoto ・Ambition : He would like to Japan Broadcasting Corporation to produce a historical drama about him. ・名前　山片 有朋 Aritomo Yamakata ・職種 アシスタント ・専門分野 武家茶道・居合道 ・紹介文 伝統にありがちな従来の常識や当たり前にとらわれた人達は、新しいものを提案されても『うーん、でも～』といった感じで、既存のパラダイムの中で考えてしまい、なかなかすぐには変われない。 しかし、彼は“伝統や道徳は壊すためにある”を信念に新しいことへの探求と取り入れを怠らない。 まさに“破壊道”である。 ・好きな歴史上の人物 山本五十六 ・野望　儂を題材とした大河ドラマを求む。

SAMURAI, a man of ambition a person with determination, strikes the heart and resonates the soul. Pursuing every single stroke for a lifetime, I acquired a 1.8-shaku Japanese drum that represents Japan⚔ 志ある武の人（覚悟ある者）即ちSAMURAIが打つは心、響くは魂。 一瞬一打を生涯追求する、日本を代表する和太鼓1.8尺を手に入れた⚔

On the porch of my grandparents' house, which is warm even in winter. Go for it, little brother! It's a homework assignment at the beginning of writing that tends to be avoided, but I think it's lonely without it. It is a traditional culture that we want to preserve.

It is a winter scenery of Mt. Koya, Wakayama Prefecture, where the main mountain of the Shingon sect is located. The red temple is the main pagoda.

🎊🏒The "National Sports Festival" will be held from January 27th! ⛸️🎊 On January 27 Sat ~ February 3 Sat, the largest sports festival in Japan "National Sports Festival" will be held at each facility in Tomakomai City! 🥳 It used to be called "National Sports Festival", but the law changed and it was 💁 ♀️ changed to "National Sports Festival" To coincide with the tournament, we are selling a limited edition of "National Sports Festival 2024 Acrylic Key Chain"! 📢⚡ It is now on sale at tourist information centers! ✨

It is an autumn scenery of the village of Kushikaki.

[Thank you for your support this year! ] 】 The new year has begun, and today is the start of work. With a photo of the first visit at midnight A photo of New Year's Day, which was a good day for a walk. We look forward to seeing you again for another year!